Domaine de l'Arjolle Côtes de Thongue Equilibre Syrah-Cabernet Franc rosé 2025

Tasting note

A lively and refined rosé with aromas of red fruit – such as raspberry – and a light spiciness. Excellent with charcuterie, meat salads, and fish dishes.

Description

Arjolle follows the trend of lighter, salmon-colored rosé. This winery adapted its winemaking method by harvesting the Syrah grape earlier and lightly pressing them immediately upon arrival (less color extraction). Grapes of the other variety, Cabernet Franc, are harvested later and macerated for six hours, including the skins, before entering the press.

A distinctive feature of this beautiful rosé is that 30% of the harvest ages in oak for six months. During this period, the barrel is stirred regularly to ensure the yeast lees come into good contact with the wine. This technique (bâtonnage) results in a round, full flavor.

In the spring, Arjolle blends this part with the Syrah that has been stored at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks. The wine is then bottled and fitted with a screw cap to preserve freshness. A beautiful example of modern winemaking combined with old techniques. The result is a lovely blend of typical Languedoc and Provençal styles, with refined fruit aromas and an elegant, dry taste.